- CEO
- Aengus Kelly
- Full Time Employees
- 698
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Rental & Leasing Services
- Address
- AerCap House Dublin Ireland D02 YX20
- IPO Date
- Nov 21, 2006
- Business
- AerCap Holdings N.V. is a global leader in aircraft leasing, offering a comprehensive portfolio of commercial passenger and cargo aircraft, engines, and helicopters on operating leases. The company manufactures no aircraft but provides aircraft leasing solutions, including leasing new and used aircraft, engines, and helicopters primarily to airlines worldwide. AerCap also delivers aftermarket components, equipment, and services through its Materials business, in addition to lease, purchase, and financing of spare engines. Furthermore, the company offers extensive asset management services encompassing portfolio servicing, lease administration, technical asset management, aircraft and engine re-marketing, risk and insurance management, financial administration, and reporting. AerCap operates globally, serving full-service, low-cost, regional, and cargo airlines, with a focus on fleet flexibility, fuel-efficient aircraft access, and capital expenditure reduction. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, AerCap has solidified its presence as an industry leader across aviation leasing sectors including aircraft, engines, and helicopters.
Recent significant developments include the approval of a $1 billion share repurchase program authorized through June 30, 2026, reflecting AerCap's commitment to capital return and shareholder value enhancement. In 2025, AerCap signed new lease agreements with FlySafair for three Boeing 737 MAX and two Boeing 737NG aircraft, alongside delivering its first Boeing 777-300ERSF converted freighter to Fly Meta Leasing Co. The company also secured a strategic agreement to acquire the order book for 52 Airbus A320neo aircraft from Spirit Airlines, including 45 additional options, thereby significantly expanding its fleet and operational footprint. Additionally, AerCap consistently executes transactions involving the purchase and sale of fuel-efficient, new technology aircraft and engines to optimize its portfolio. These strategic actions affirm AerCap’s focus on maintaining a modern, fuel-efficient fleet while supporting a diversified airline customer base worldwide.
AerCap operates in the aviation leasing industry serving airlines, financial institutions, and aircraft investors. Its business spans operating leases for commercial aircraft, engines, and helicopters, complemented by asset management and aftermarket services worldwide. The company’s core industry segments include aircraft leasing, engine leasing and trading, helicopter leasing, and related asset management services. AerCap's geographical operations encompass global markets, with considerable activity in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging markets. AerCap has grown substantially through key acquisitions, notably the purchase of GE Capital Aviation Services in 2021, which significantly expanded its fleet and market share. It maintains a diversified portfolio of owned and managed assets and serves approximately 300 customers globally.
AerCap's extensive product and service offerings, combined with recent strategic expansions, acquisitions, and a significant share repurchase program, position it as a leading and innovative provider of aviation leasing solutions worldwide. The company continues to focus on enabling flexible, efficient fleet strategies for its diverse global airline customer base while enhancing shareholder value through disciplined capital management and operational excellence.